Hey guys, I'm currently a junior looking into potential colleges and the University of Texas at Dallas caught my eye. Can anyone tell me what the average SAT score is for admitted students? Thanks!
Hey there! The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) admits students with a wide range of SAT scores, so it's great that you're considering it as one of your potential colleges. As of recent data, the middle 50% SAT score range is between 1170 and 1430. This statistic means that 25% of admitted students scored below 1170, 25% scored above 1430, and 50% scored within this range. Keep in mind that the average may vary slightly from year to year, but this should give you a general idea of the competitive SAT scores for UTD.
Remember, your SAT score is just one aspect of your application. UTD will also consider factors like your GPA, course rigor, extracurricular activities, and the optional personal statement and letters of recommendation, in their holistic admissions process.
Finally, it is worth noting that UTD is officially test-optional, so you are actually not required to submit an SAT (or ACT) score. However, there can still be instances where it makes sense to do so. For more detailed guidance on how to navigate test-optional policies, check out this blog post from CollegeVine: https://blog.collegevine.com/does-test-optional-mean-test-optional/
Best of luck!
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